Mason Jar Salad

Name: Mason Jar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: *Betr dressings

Mason jar salads are the perfect solution for anyone who wants to eat healthy, but struggles with time constraints. With these salads, you can prepare your lunch ahead of time, and have it ready to grab on-the-go. All you need to do is layer in your favorite ingredients, starting with the dressing at the bottom, adding your veggies, and then finishing off with your choice of protein. The mason jars help to keep your salads fresh, and the dressing from making everything soggy.

Mason Jar Salad

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Servings

Prep Time

15 minutes

Level

level 1

Ingredients

*Betr dressings

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Directions

The secret to great mason jar salads lies in the layering, so it’s best to start with the dressing. Try some from the Betr Recipes linked above. If you’re short on time, 2 tbsp of organic bottled dressing such as Bragg Healthy vinaigrette or ginger Sesame Dressing are great options
If you’re planning to eat your salad within a day or two, the dressing can go straight into the bottom of the jar. if you’ll be keeping it longer than that, consider storing the dressing separately in travel-friendly, 2-ounce containers
Resilient veggies are those that can last long in the bottom of the jar- meaning they won’t get soggy, and can handle the pressure of having other, lighter ingredients layered on top. some to consider: raw onion, peppers, celery, fennel, cucumbers, edamame, grape tomatoes. you can also add diced apples too- just sprinkle a little lemon juice onto the apples first to keep them from browning if you won’t be eating it right away
For a complete meal with staying power, layer some lean protein on top of your resilient veggies. Some to consider: chopped hard-boiled egg whites, diced chicken breast, grilled steak or shrimp or quinoa
Next, cover your resilient veggies and protein with a good handful (or two) of greens. packing the greens tightly will help keep ingredients in place. darker varieties pack more nutrients like kale, spinach or spring mix with chopped romaine.
With your mason jar, mostly full, sprinkle on your favorite toppings like hemp or chia seeds and even some berries. when it’s time to dig in, pour your salad onto a plate or into a bowl, or shake things up and enjoy it right from the jar. just don’t forget to pack a fork if you’ll be eating it on the go!